This video from NBC 29 features David King from King Family Vineyards as Southern Living Magazine included Charlottesville in their Tastiest Town in the South competition. Voting starts December 23 and a link to Southern Living Magazine's competition is here.
Showcasing the fine wines crafted in the Commonwealth of Virginia through music and video.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Virginia Wine Experience featuring Gabriele Rausse

Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Bring Your Pooch to BOW
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Voice of America Continues to Feature Virginia Wines
We are a little late featuring these broadcasts, but in 2011, Voice of America News released two videos focusing on the Virginia Wine Industry. The first video features Doukenie Winery in Loudoun County, while the second video features Hillsborough Vineyards, Lake Anna Winery, and Narmada Winery - wineries located in Loudoun, Spotsylvania, and Rappahannock counties.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Virginia Wine Month - Ends in Style
As Virginia Wine Month recedes into winter, take to heart the message delivered by Governor McDonnell below. If you find yourself in a restaurant that doesn't serve a Virginia wine - speak up - and if Virginia wine is server - it should be in your glass. Furthermore, late fall and winter are still enjoyable seasons for visiting Virginia wineries - check out the many Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas events scheduled for the remainder of the Year. The Virginia Tourism office, the Virginia Wine Board, and of course, WineCompass.com, are all valuable sources for your event planning. Cheers to Virginia Wine.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Business Booms for Virginia Vintners
Corcoran Vineyards and Paradise Springs Winery (not Paradise Valley) were featured in this local video on Virginia wineries courtesy of NBC Washington.
View more videos at: http://nbcwashington.com.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Introducing the VirginiaWineTV Report
Just in time for Drink Local Wine Week and Virginia Wine Month, we have decided to aggregate newspaper articles and blog posts about the Virginia Wine Industry into one outlet: the VirginiaWineTV Report. The newspaper collects articles that have been tweeted using the #vawine and #vatravel hash tags, as well as #vabeer, just to keep us notified of beer news in the state. So, in order to be included, just tweet your post or article including these hash tags. Cheers.
Monday, September 26, 2011
2011 Wine Bloggers Conference Pre-Tour: Loudoun County (DC's Wine Country)

Check out the video below, which includes audio from Stacey Sheetz of Visit Loudoun discussing the wine region, to see why this area is one of the top wine destinations in Virginia and considered DC's Wine Country. The video also features the Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band "Worn Out Show" courtesy of Side One Dummy Records. And below is a list of blog posts concerning the Loudoun pre-tour and WBC11.
Dallas Wine Chick: Loudoun County Wine Pre-Trip
Tarara Winery: WineBloggers
Wine Biz Radio: X Does WBC ’11
The Wine Hub: Why Terroir Matters – Blog by: Jordan Harris – Tarara Winery Winemaker
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
2011 Wine Bloggers Conference Pre-Tour: Loudoun County (DC's Wine Country) Music Video

Check out the video below, which includes audio from Stacey Sheetz of Visit Loudoun discussing the wine region, to see why this area is one of the top wine destinations in Virginia and considered DC's Wine Country. The video also features Tara Nevins (Donna the Buffalo) "Beauty of Days Gone By" from her new solo release: Wood & Stone
Dallas Wine Chick: Loudoun County Wine Pre-Trip
Tarara Winery: WineBloggers
Wine Biz Radio: X Does WBC ’11
The Wine Hub: Why Terroir Matters – Blog by: Jordan Harris – Tarara Winery Winemaker
Friday, August 19, 2011
The 2011 Wine Bloggers Conference Highlights
The 2011 North American Wine Bloggers Conference was held July 21-24 in Charlottesville Virginia. Here are the highlights from the various events, tours, seminars, and tastings during the weekend from the International Tasting Thursday night to the Ignite sessions Sunday morning. The video also includes footage from the vineyard tour of Virginia Wineworks, First Colony Winery, and Blenheim Vineyards. The musical theme features Tony Trischka performing at the Floydfest Front Porch courtesy of the Virginia Folklife Program. And one note, the Traminette shown in the International Tasting was from the Other 46 Tasting. Cheers.
Monday, August 15, 2011
WBC11 - Virginia Wines in the United Kingdom
Monday, August 8, 2011
MyJoogTV Episode 9: Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band @ Foggy Ridge Cider
This episode of MyJoogTV features SideOneDummy Records recording artist the Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band in a discussion of cider, country blues, and Charley Patton with Foggy Ridge Cider proprietor Diane Flynt. The episode was filmed during Floydfest X, the celebrated music festival located right on the Blue Ridge Parkway and minutes from Foggy Ridge. Specifically, we discussed cider and apple varieties as well as the band's latest CD: Peyton on Patton. This is the first ever compilation to honor the man who is arguably the father of Delta Blues. In fact, most modern rock music follows a lineage from Patton through Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf to Elvis, the Beatles, and the Rolling Stones. To paraphrase the Reverend, "if it wasn't for Patton, we'd be listening to Tony Bennett - all the time". The video is available to download for iTunes and Windows Media Player. To view more videos filmed at Floydfest, visit the MyJoogTV YouTube Channel.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
WBC11 Videos - From Loudoun to Ignite
During July 20-24 we traveled through Loudoun County down to Charlottesville in order to video the 2011 Wine Bloggers Conference which was focusing on the Virginia wine industry. We filmed the two day Loudoun County pre-tour which featured Breaux Vineyards, Tarara Winery, Boxwood Vineyards, and Chrysalis Vineyards. Then it was down to Charlottesville for three days of conference activities which included a dinner and Virginia wine tasting at Monticello, seminars on the Virginia wine industry, and winery tours to the surrounding establishments.
We are now releasing several videos that are available from a few outlets: VirginiaWineTV YouTube Channel, Wine Bloggers Conference YouTube Channel, and VirginiaWineTV Podcast. The Loudoun County pre-tour will also be available at Visit Loudoun, who's financial assistance made the filming of that segment possible. Anyone we tasted the wonderful wines from Breaux Vineyards, Tarara Winery, Boxwood Vineyards, and Chrysalis Vineyards, Catoctin Creek Vineyards, and 8 Chains North Winery understand that this region produces exceptional wines.
Here are the list of videos and the links as they come live:
We are now releasing several videos that are available from a few outlets: VirginiaWineTV YouTube Channel, Wine Bloggers Conference YouTube Channel, and VirginiaWineTV Podcast. The Loudoun County pre-tour will also be available at Visit Loudoun, who's financial assistance made the filming of that segment possible. Anyone we tasted the wonderful wines from Breaux Vineyards, Tarara Winery, Boxwood Vineyards, and Chrysalis Vineyards, Catoctin Creek Vineyards, and 8 Chains North Winery understand that this region produces exceptional wines.
Here are the list of videos and the links as they come live:
- Agriculture Secretary Todd Haymore Thanking Wine Bloggers Conference
- WBC11 Live Wine Blogging - Red Wine
- WBC11 Live Wine Blogging - White & Rose Wine
- WBC11 - Jancis Robinson Keynote Speech
- WBC11 - Eric Asimov Keynote Speech
- WBC11 - Wine Bloggers: Who Are We?
- WBC11 - Loudoun Pre-Tour
- WBC11 - The Conference Highlights
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Virginia Wine TV Now Available on iTunes
We are happy to announce that Virginia Wine TV episodes are now available for subscription through iTunes podcasts. We will be slowly adding past episodes and are looking forward to adding new releases involving the Wine Bloggers Conference and perhaps an interview with Virginia Governor Robert McDonnell. Happy sipping.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
A Virtual Tasting of Virginia Viognier
As a kickoff to the 2011 Wine Bloggers Conference (July 22-24 in Charlottesville Virginia) and in anticipation for the campaign to market Viognier as Virginia's Signature Grape, the Virginia Wine Board sponsored "A Virtual Tasting of Virginia Viognier". Wine samples were sent to a select group of wine bloggers and the general public was encouraged to purchase and sample any Viognier produced by the Virginia wine industry - with emphasis on the wineries listed below. While sipping, participants tweeted their thoughts using the Twitter #vawine and #vaviognier hash tags. The video below contains the conversation. The wineries selected were Horton Vineyards, King Family Vineyards, Barboursville Vineyards, Blenheim Vineyards, Cooper Vineyards, and Delaplane Cellars.
Music for the video is provided by Nat Reese and Buddy Pendleton courtesy of the Virginia Folklife Program and by Andrew McKnight. Supporting local music is just as important as supporting local farms and wineries. Please visit these websites. And, do you know any "Juice Headed Woman"?
Music for the video is provided by Nat Reese and Buddy Pendleton courtesy of the Virginia Folklife Program and by Andrew McKnight. Supporting local music is just as important as supporting local farms and wineries. Please visit these websites. And, do you know any "Juice Headed Woman"?
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Live Music at Virginia Wineries - May 27th 2011
Here are three videos of musicians performing at Virginia wineries.
Nathaniel Davis at 8 Chains North Winery
Doug Bell at Casanel Vineyards
Connor Duffy at Dry Mill Vineyards & Winery
Nathaniel Davis at 8 Chains North Winery
Doug Bell at Casanel Vineyards

Monday, May 16, 2011
The Story of Capitol Vineyards

1) How did you come up with the idea to film Capitol Vineyards - I'm a film student at Boston University, Georgetown campus. Our very first project assignment was a short doc, subject of our choosing. My grandfather was a farmer, so I've always been fascinated with vineyards...not to mention I enjoy a good red! After reaching out to a hand full of VA wineries, I got in touch with Capitol Vineyards. The story of their property, plus their personal story really peeked my interest.
2) What were the major challenges to creating this video - For this project, weather, time and technology. I had a class deadline and was working around the vineyard owners busy schedule. The days we chose were sunny, but very windy. It's a beautiful property so wanted a lot of exterior shots. Some of the video is beautiful, but with the wind, the audio was a bear to mix. Also ran into a few issues transferring the footage. All in all, for the very first project, I'm happy with it. Learned a lot.
3) Before filming, what was your general experience with wine - I would say I'm a general consumer. I've visited Napa a few times and have been into the VA wine country many times over the years. I'm not a expert by any means, but know enough to be dangerous.
4) What did you learn most about the Virginia wine industry - It's growing! And for good reason. The wine is great, and the people are dedicated.
5) What do you want the audience to get out of watching the video - There's a story behind every bottle. It's not just the beautiful landscape and the tasty wine, but the fascinating history and people involved with every vineyard.
Aaron Mullins is a producer, writer and director. He is currently a film student at the Boston University Center for Digital Imaging Arts working in the digital film program. In addition to various student film projects, Aaron is producing, writing and directing a documentary based on the first Wesleyan Church in the American South, due in July 2011. His early career was in government and politics, working on Capitol Hill and various political campaigns, including web and TV ads.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
American Craft Beer Week: May 16th - 22nd

"America's craft brewers are artisans that, rather than working in paint, photography, or some of those mediums, they're working in beer." Tim Myers, Strange Brewing
Monday, May 2, 2011
What's Your Favorite Virginia Wine? - Great Grapes Wine Festival: Reston 2011

Sip Your Way Through the Civil War Sesquicentennial
New wine trails are being created all through the Commonwealth, but one you may have missed is situated right here in Northern Virginia. The General's Wine and History Trail combines wonderful wines, Civil War history, and beautiful country - all just outside of Washington D.C. The trail includes a passport which not only describes each winery, but also historical events that occurred in the vicinity. Ever visited the historical towns of Bluemont, Sperryville, Washington, Hume, Berryville, Waterford, Aldie, or Upperville? Ever heard of the Battle of Balls Bluff? The Battle of Cool Spring? The Battle of Front Royal? The Battle of Thoroughfare Gap? Visit the General's Wine and History Trail and you will. Combine this information with the Civil War Traveler and you have all the information you need to relax and tour wineries and history.
Bluemont Vineyard www.bluemontvineyard.com 18755 Foggy Bottom Rd Bluemont, VA 20135 540 554 8439 | Sunset Hills Vineyard www.sunsethillsvineyard.com 38295 Fremont Overlook Lane Purcellville, VA 20132 540 882 4560 |
Gadino Cellars www.gadinocellars.com 92 Schoolhouse Road Washington, Virginia 22747 540 987 9292 | Swedenburg Estate Vineyard www.swedenburgwines.com 23595 Winery Lane Middleburg, VA 20117 540 687 5219 |
Lost Creek Vineyard & Winery www.lostcreekwinery.com 43277 Spinks Ferry Rd Leesburg, VA 20176 703 443 9836 | Three Fox Vineyards www.threefoxvineyards.com 10100 Three Fox Lane Delaplane, VA 20144 540 364 6073 |
Philip Carter Winery www.pcwinery.com 4366 Stillhouse Road Hume, Virginia 22639 540 364 1203 | Veramar Vineyard www.veramar.com 905 Quarry Rd Berryville, VA 22611 540 955 5510 |
Fox Meadow Winery www.foxmeadowwinery.com 3310 Freezeland Road Linden, VA 22642 540 636 6777 | Winery at La Grange www.wineryatlagrange.com 4970 Antioch Road Haymarket, VA 20169 703 753 9360 |
Friday, April 29, 2011
Paradise Springs Winery Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Live Music at Virginia Wineries - April 9th 2011
Here are three videos of musicians performing at Virginia wineries.
Gary Smallwood performing at Delaplane Cellars in Delaplane Virginia on April 9th 2011.
Mike Bowers performs at Aspen Dale Winery in Delaplane Virginia on April 9th 2011.
Andre Fox performing at Quattro Goomba's Winery in Aldie Virginia on April 9th 2011.
Gary Smallwood performing at Delaplane Cellars in Delaplane Virginia on April 9th 2011.
Mike Bowers performs at Aspen Dale Winery in Delaplane Virginia on April 9th 2011.
Andre Fox performing at Quattro Goomba's Winery in Aldie Virginia on April 9th 2011.
Monday, April 11, 2011
Virginia Wineries Hosting Live Music
Farm wineries are unique in that they perform three different types of economic activity. They are agricultural entities, growing and harvesting grapes and other fruit. They engage in manufacturing by turning the juice from these fruit into wine and bottling the fermented beverage. And finally, farm wineries participate in the service economy, by hosting events in their tasting rooms in order to attract consumers. It appears that one of the most popular events is hosting live music. Since live music has become an intricate part of the Virginia Wine Industry, we will offer continual coverage of these musical events as well as the artists who regular perform at wineries. The videos will be available at MyJoogTV using the VAWine label. For now, here is a list of wineries that regularly host live music and the artists you will find performing. And please, help us keep this list current.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Virginia Wine Week Kickoff with Virginia First Lady Maureen McDonnell

Thursday, March 24, 2011
Talking Norton and DLW with Jennifer McCloud

Thursday, March 17, 2011
The Virginia Wine Expo 2011

Thursday, March 10, 2011
Virginia Wine TV Celebrates Virginia Wine Week

Many wineries, retailers, and restaurants will be participating in Virginia Wine Week, March 18th-27th. We ask these businesses to post their specials here in the comments sections. Cheers.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Paradise Springs Winery - 2010 Governor's Cup Winner

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